Infusion Nurse

Oncology Infusion RN- Per-Diem Westbrook Job Tracking ID : 512708-913834 Job Location : Westbrook, ME Job Level : Mid Career (2+ years) Level of Education : BA/BS Job Type : Per Diem Date Updated : 07/30/2026 Years of Experience : Up to 2 Years Starting Date : Invalid Date Salary : $0 Job Description New England Cancer Specialists (NECS) is currently seeking a Per-Diem Oncology Infusion Room RN to work in our Westbrook (Rock Row) office. The Infusion Nurse position is responsible for various duties of an Oncology RN based on daily practice needs focusing on infusion nursing on a regular basis. This position works collaboratively with Clinic Managers, Nurse Navigators, Charge Nurses, and Lead Medical Assistants in carrying out day to day aspects of clinical operations. This individual may be responsible for answering technical questions. Communicate issues to the appropriate Clinic Manager, Department Manager or Director. NECS is a private medical practice composed of 18 oncologists and hematologists serving the region from five separate locations in Maine and New Hampshire. Our mission is to make life better for people with cancer and blood disorders. Kindness, compassion, and respect are part of everything that we do - from our phone operators to our physicians, every person on our team is important, and everyone makes a difference. We are proud to be the first Dana Farber Cancer Institute Affiliate practice in the country, striving to provide the highest quality care and unmatched, holistic support for every patient, every day. Salary Range: $45-$55 Experience and Skills Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Draw blood from ports, central lines, and peripheral IV access. Perform other procedures as needed. Assist Physicians, conduct patient assessments. Maintain patient care standards and assures that patient care functions, such as assessment, treatment and documentation are completed safely and effectively. Initiate and documents appropriate interventions; evaluates and records patient/family response within practice protocol. Follows established oncology protocols to maintain clean and safe working environments. Safeguards self and others against the hazards of toxic drugs, disposes of hazardous waste according to approved protocol. Delivers chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and non-oncology infusions in accordance with prescribed protocols and NECS guidelines. Performs injections and IV therapy (IV starts, PICC line/Port Access) utilizing aseptic technique. Calculate/verify AUC dosing, CrCl, IVIG dosing. Operate infusion pumps. Perform therapeutic phlebotomy in accordance with physician orders. Evaluate lab data in conjunction with the provider to provide appropriate care to the patient. Provide patient education at chairside regarding therapies patient is receiving. Evaluate side effects and toxicities of therapy and provide for their management. Maintain open and effective communication with all physicians, employees and vendors. Provide recommendations on practice clinical policies and processes to practice Directors. Work collaboratively with the Clinical Research, Laboratory, Pharmacy, Business Office, HR, and Genetic departments. Coordinate patient care responsibilities within the scope of the practice for licensed and unlicensed health care providers. Help ensure that resources, supplies, and materials are available Incorporates evidence-based research into clinical practice. Demonstrates respect for life, dignity, and rights of all persons. Ensures the smooth execution of all practice nursing policies, procedures and systems. Education and/or Experience Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing required. Licensed Nurse within State of Maine required. ONS Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Certification required within 6 (six) months of hire Two years plus nursing professional experience required Hematology/Oncology experience preferred. OCN required within 1 (one) year of hire or when eligible based on ONCC criteria INS required within 2 (two) years of hire or when eligible based on INS criteria Please note: New England Cancer Specialists engages in employer surveillance and electronic monitoring of employees through company-provided systems and devices (such as computers and phones) as permitted by Maine law. Per state law, applicants will be notified of these practices during the interview process. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We may be a federal contractor or subcontractor. 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